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Italian Casa Romana A restaurant that’s able to La Veranda The food at this quaint Italian elegant decor sets the tone. ⓘ Dhs250-500.
is top excellent and the outdoor seating has
Open daily noon-11pm. Crowne Plaza Abu
conjure up the occasional moment of magic if
you stick to the standards. ⓘ Dhs50-200. Open fantastic views. ⓘ Dhs200-300. Open daily Dhabi, Al Markaziyah, www.ichotelsgroup.com
Amici A concise menu of big-hitters. The food daily 7pm-11pm. Hilton Al Ain, www.hilton.com 6am-10.30am, noon-3.30pm, 7pm-11pm. (02 616 6166).
here is well presented and tastes as good as it (03 768 6666). Sheraton Khalidiya Hotel Abu Dhabi
looks. ⓘ Dhs250-Dhs500. Licensed. Open daily (02 666 6220). Villa Toscana Charmingly rustic décor
12.30pm-3pm; 7pm-11pm. Yas Viceroy Abu Cipriani The Yas Marina restaurant serves and friendly service give this Italian all the
Dhabi, Yas Island (02 656 0600). CITY CARD high-end classic Italian options in a beautiful Mezzaluna Its take on traditional Italian fare charisma you could ask for. The food is more
setting. ⓘ Open daily 6pm-midnight. Yas borders on the lavish, this place is certainly high-end than home-cooked, offering the perfect
Azzurro Authentic Italian dishes cooked with Marina, Yas Island (02 657 5400). ★ Italian glamourous. ⓘ Dhs250-Dhs500. Licensed. combination of simplicity and great flavours.
care and attention. Great setting, too. ⓘ Open Open daily 12.30pm-3pm, 7pm-11pm. ⓘ Dhs250+. Licensed. Open noon-3pm, 6pm-
daily 12.30pm-11.30pm. Souk Qaryat Al Beri, Circo A thoroughly enjoyable experience, from Emirates Palace Hotel, West Corniche Road 11pm. The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, Nation Towers
Bain Al Jessrain (02 575 9993). the entertaining staff to the traditional, perfectly (02 690 7999). (02 694 4553).
executed Italian cuisine. ⓘ Dhs400+. Licnesed.
BiCE Superb Italian food with plenty of Open daily noon-midnight. InterContinental Abu Pappagallo A warm and welcoming place.
options for vegetarians and meat-lovers and a Dhabi, King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Go for the pizzas, especially. ⓘ Dhs100-250. Japanese
particularly impressive selection of pasta. Street (02 666 6888). ★ Italian Open daily 12.30pm-3.30pm, 7pm-11.30pm.
ⓘ Dhs500. Open daily, noon-3pm, 7pm- Le Méridien Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant Watching the
11.30pm. Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Ras Al Como Focusing on the distinct regional dishes (02 644 6666). CITY CARD chefs work meticulously to prepare the stunning
Akhdar (02 811 5555). of Lake Como as well as classics such arrabiata, food is a joy, and as the dishes come out – one-
quatro formaggio pizza and Bolognese. Pizza Di Rocco Specialises in one dish, but by-one, each with its own explanation – you’ll be
Bocca Simply done Italian classics with all the ⓘ Dhs150-200. Unlicensed. Open daily that’s no bad thing when they’re this good. Great wowed. ⓘ Open daily noon-3.30pm; Sun-Wed
flavours and dishes you’d expect. Nothing that 8.30am-10.30pm. Al Forsan International takes on the classics and some unusual pizzas 7pm-11.30pm; Thu-Fri 7pm-12.30pm. bar
pushes boundaries, but that’s not necessarily Sports Resort, Khalifa City A (02 556 8555). thrown in. ⓘ Dhs100-Dhs200. Unlicensed. open Sat-Wed noon-1am; Thu-Fri noon-2am.
a bad thing when it comes to Italian cooking. Open daily 11am-midnight. Salam Street, The Galleria, Al Maryah Island (02 672 3333).
ⓘ Dhs250-Dhs500. Licensed. Open daily Filini An unassuming restaurant that serves between 9th and 11th Street (02 641 8300). ★★ Newcomer
noon-3pm, 7pm-11pm. Hilton Abu Dhabi, Al great-value, really good Italian dishes. ★★ Budget
Khubeirah (02 681 1900). ⓘ Dhs250-500. Open Fri noon-3pm, daily 6pm- Benihana You’d better be in a party mood if
11.30pm. Radisson Blu Hotel, Abu Dhabi Yas Prego’s Perpetually busy, you’ll want to book you book a table here. The teppanyaki tables are
Buca Di Beppo Authentic Italian dishes in Island (02 656 2000). ahead if you’re planning to have dinner here. The a real performance. ⓘ Dhs250-500. Open daily
huge portions with reasonable prices. All dishes hearty mains hit the spot. ⓘ Dhs250-Dhs500. 6pm-11.30pm. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al
are served sharing-style. ⓘ Dhs150-Dhs250. Frankie’s Italian Restaurant & Bar Licensed. Open daily noon-11.30pm. Beach Zahiyah, www.rotana.com (02 697 9011).
Unlicensed. Open daily 10am-midnight. Yas Lots to recommend this place, but most of all Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah (02 697 9000).
Mall, Yas Island (02 665 6247). Other location: the pasta dishes. ⓘ Dhs250-500. Open Sat-Thu Inakaya If you are a fan of Japanese robata,
Dalma Mall (02 877 4414). noon-3pm, 6pm-1am; Fri noon-4pm, 7pm-1am. Roberto’s A stylish Italian restaurant. The this scenic place should be on your list of
presentation of dishes is brilliant and the quality restaurants to try. ⓘ Open Sun-Thu 3pm-11pm,
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Bain Al Jessrain,
Eating Out very, very good make dining at this elegant Gabbiano A restaurant you’re only likely noon-2am, Fri-Sat noon-3am. Rosewood Abu Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal, Khor Al Maqta
of food is to be admired. ⓘ Open Sun-Thu
www.fairmont.com (02 654 3238). CITY CARD
Fri-Sat 12.30pm 11pm. Venetian Village, Ritz
Café Milano Lovely staff and food that is
restaurant a memorable experience.
Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 627 9009).
(02 404 1921). ★ Japanese
ⓘ Dhs500-Dhs600. Licensed. Open daily,
to visit if you live near or are staying in the
business hotel it’s in, nevertheless it’s a
Sacci Antipastis and handmade pastas and
Kazu The food is impressive and the staff
noon-4pm, Sat-Wed 7pm-midnight, Thu-Fri
7pm-1am. Four Seasons Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah
pleasant enough place. ⓘ Open daily 6pm-
top Japanese cuisine and a thirst-quenching
at the table. ⓘ Open Sun-Thu 7pm-11.30pm;
Island (02 333 2222). ★★ Italian
2am. Novotel Abu Dhabi Gate, Bain Al Jessrain
Fri-Sat noon-3pm, 7pm-11.30pm. The Westin
drinks menu. ⓘ Open Mon-Fri 7pm-11pm, Sat
(02 508 9999). pizzas. Try the Bistecca Florentina that is carved are attentive and friendly. You can expect
Carluccio’s Chain from the late Italian Abu Dhabi Golf Resort and Spa, Khalifa City 12.30pm-4pm and 7pm-11pm. Yas Viceroy Abu
chef that serves good food in a family-friendly La Mamma A romantic eatery with a kitchen (02 616 9999). Dhabi, Yas Island (02 656 0000). CITY CARD
atmosphere. ⓘ Open daily 9am-11pm. The turning out tasty Italian classics. ⓘ Dhs100-
Galleria, Al Maryah Island, Al Maryah Island 250. Open daily noon-3.30pm, 7pm-11pm. Spaccanapoli Instead of attempting to blow Kishi Traditional Japanese cuisine including
(02 677 1261). Other location: Eastern Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, Corniche your mind, Spaccanapoli just concentrates sashimi, gyoza and sushi as well as teppanyaki
Mangroves Promenade (02 641 2231). Road, Al Markaziyah (02 677 3333). CITY CARD on getting the food exactly right. Simple and tables. ⓘ Dhs200. Unlicensed. Open daily 1pm-
11pm. Al Forsan International Sports Resort,
Khalifa City A (02 556 8555).
KOI Abu Dhabi The stylish spot serves
superb sushi and sashimi in addition to some
creative and equally delicious mains.
ⓘ Open Sat noon-3pm, 6.30pm-1am; Sun-Wed
6.30pm-1am; Thu-Fri 6.30pm-2am; Fri brunch
12.30pm-4pm;. The Collection within The St.
Regis Saadiyat Island Resort (02 678 3334).
Samurai More authentic Japanese dining than
some of the bigger names in the city.
ⓘ Dhs100-250. Unlicensed. Open daily from
noon-12.30am. Mina Road, Al Markaziyah
(02 676 6612).
Sho Cho Stylish place with great views that
specialises in sushi. ⓘ Dhs100-250. Open daily
noon-midnight. Souk Qaryat Al Beri, Bain Al
Jessrain (02 558 1117).
Sushi Art Sushi where aesthetics take centre
stage but flavour is never forgotten about.
ⓘ Open daily 10am-11pm. The Galleria,
Sowwah Square, www.sushiart.ae (800 220).
Sushi Central Quality sushi and Japanese
cuisine without many frills. ⓘ Open Sat-Thu
11.30am-11.45pm; Fri noon-midnight.
Unlicensed. Commercial Bank of Dubai building,
Khalidiya (600 520 007).
Teatro Serves a wide range of food, but
the Japanese offerings are by far the most
successful. The miso sea bass is a winner.
ⓘ Dhs250-500. Open daily 6pm-11pm. Park
Rotana Abu Dhabi, Khalifa Park (02 657 3333).
Toki This place is elegance defined, with
minimalist rooms concealed behind spotless
KOI Abu Dhabi sliding doors. The menu is extensive with some
unique dishes. ⓘ Dhs250-500. Open daily
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